Middle Atlantic DWR-18-17 – 18U Pivoting Wall Mount Rack, 17" Deep

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic DWR-18-17 is an 18U pivoting wall mount rack with 17 inches of usable depth, built for commercial AV installation where floor space is limited. Its pivoting center section swings open to give integrators full rear access to cabling and connections without pulling equipment from the rack. Forward rackrail and Lever Lock compatibility support tool-free accessory mounting, reducing labor time on every commercial deployment. For equipment closets, conference rooms, and classrooms, the DWR-18-17 keeps AV and network gear organized, secure, and serviceable.

Product Description

The DWR-18-17 belongs to Middle Atlantic's DWR Series of pivoting wall racks, a long-standing standard for wall mount AV rack installation in commercial environments. The welded steel frame provides 18 rack spaces and a 17-inch usable depth, sized for compact switchers, network switches, audio DSPs, and control processors. The rack ships with Forward rackrail, which accepts Forward blank panels, vent panels, and horizontal cable management; rear rackrail is available as an option (FWD-DWR-RR18). The center section and backpan (with the LL-DWR/SR-BP accessory) accept Lever Lock tool-free device and cable management accessories, so integrators can mount gear on and off the rail without drilling or loose hardware. Middle Atlantic states this accessory ecosystem makes rack installations up to five times faster. The Tool-Free Quick-Mount system lets one technician hang the center section on the backpan at the jobsite, simplifying single-person installation. A rear channel in the center section accommodates optional PDT and PD Slim power distribution units to preserve rack spaces. The center section swing is reversible, supports both key locking and padlocking, and is keyed differently from the optional front door for layered security. When paired with the DWRSR-ZL latch, the rack carries seismic certification for code-driven projects, and an optional minimum-clearance latch permits side-by-side or interior-corner mounting. The enclosure is designed for either active or passive cooling, and the black finish suits equipment rooms and finished spaces alike. Pair it with accessories from our Middle Atlantic collection to complete the build.

Key Features

• 18U Capacity, 17-Inch Depth — Houses a full equipment stack for conference room and classroom AV integration while keeping a shallow wall profile.
• Pivoting Center Section — Swings open for complete rear access to terminations, so service calls do not require de-racking equipment.
• Forward Rackrail — Accepts Forward blank panels, vent panels, and horizontal cable management; optional rear rackrail (FWD-DWR-RR18) adds mounting positions.
• Lever Lock Compatibility — Tool-free, hardware-free mounting of devices and cable management in the center section and backpan (with LL-DWR/SR-BP).
• Tool-Free Quick-Mount System — One technician can mount the center section to the backpan on the jobsite, cutting installation labor.
• Welded Steel Construction with Seismic Option — Carries seismic certification when used with the DWRSR-ZL latch for government and code-regulated projects.
• Integrated PDU Channel — Rear channel accepts optional PDT and PD Slim power strips without consuming rack spaces.
• Layered Security — Reversible center section can be key-locked and padlocked, and is keyed differently from the optional front door.
• Flexible Thermal Management — Designed for active or passive cooling to match the heat load of the installed system.
• Space-Saving Mounting Options — Optional minimum-clearance latch enables side-by-side or interior corner placement.

Typical Applications

• Conference room AV head-end equipment
• Boardroom presentation and control systems
• Training room and multi-purpose room AV racks
• House of worship audio and video processing
• Government space installations requiring seismic-certified mounting
• Commercial meeting space network and control equipment

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment fits in the DWR-18-17?
The rack provides 18 rack spaces with 17 inches of usable depth, suited to network switches, audio DSPs, control processors, compact amplifiers, and similar half-depth AV and IT equipment.

Can one person install this wall rack?
Yes. The Tool-Free Quick-Mount system lets a single technician secure the backpan to the wall first, then hang and lock the center section in place without assistance.

Is the DWR-18-17 compatible with Lever Lock accessories?
Yes. The center section accepts Lever Lock tool-free device and cable management accessories directly, and the backpan accepts them with the LL-DWR/SR-BP adapter.

Does it include rear rackrail?
Forward rackrail is included at the front. Rear rackrail is optional and available as model FWD-DWR-RR18.

Is this rack seismic certified?
The DWR-18-17 carries seismic certification when installed with the optional DWRSR-ZL latch, making it appropriate for government and code-regulated commercial deployment.

How is ventilation handled?
The enclosure is designed for active or passive cooling. Fan kits and vented panels can be added based on the thermal load of the installed system.

What warranty applies, and who do I contact for support?
The DWR-18-17 is covered by Middle Atlantic's manufacturer warranty. For pre-sale design questions, compatibility checks, or order support, contact the Creation Networks team through creationnetworks.net.